Palkiya - Gandey, Giridih
Palkiya is a village situated in the Gandey subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 22 km from Gande and around 18 km from Giridih. Pandaro serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palkiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palkiya is 351953. The village covers a total geographical area of 286.47 hectares and falls under the 815312 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Palkiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gandey Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palkiya
According to the 2011 Census, Palkiya village had a total population of 782 people, including 419 males and 363 females, living in 130 households. The sex ratio was 866 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 16.18%, with male literacy at 23.17% and female literacy at 7.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 76, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 681.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 782 | 419 | 363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 201 | 104 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 39 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 681 | 368 | 313 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 73 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 688 | 346 | 342 |
Nearby Villages of Palkiya
Palkiya is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Palkiya
Palkiya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Palkiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palkiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Palkiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palkiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palkiya
Where is Palkiya located?
Palkiya village is located in Gandey Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Palkiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Palkiya is Pandaro.
What is the pincode of Palkiya?
The pincode of Palkiya is 815312.
What is the population of Palkiya?
Palkiya had a total population of 782, including 419 males and 363 females.
How many households are there in Palkiya?
Palkiya had 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palkiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palkiya was 16.18%. Male literacy was 23.17% and female literacy was 7.89%.